Job Details
Experience & Requirements:
YesCare Midlevel APRNs provide direct care to inmates in the correctional institution and provide emergency care to staff while observing and maintaining the requirements of security
Shift: Monday-Friday 1pm-9pm on call
Provides appropriate health care to inmates
Diagnoses and treats inmates within his/her scope of practice
Performs routine history and physical (H&P) examinations where applicable
Orders and, if necessary, performs laboratory studies, X-rays, examinations, and electrocardiograms, as appropriate
Initiates consultation requests and non-formulary request with supervisory physician s approval
Educates inmates relative to medical conditions, use of drugs, diet, weight control, effects of prescribed treatment, etc.
Documents all patient contacts in medical record using Problem Oriented Medical Record format and SOAP charting
Maintains confidentiality of medical records
Orders medications while adhering to the established formulary
Participates in the data collection of the CQI program and participates in the CQI committee, as needed
Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor
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Responsibilities:
Graduate of an accredited program
Holds a current license to practice in the state where facility is located
Certified or eligible for certification in the scope of practice
Competent to perform responsibilities as defined by state s practice act
Maintains current CPR certificate
About YesCare Health:
As the correctional healthcare pioneer and leader for 40 years,YesCareprovides client partners with high quality healthcare and reentry services that will improve the health and safety of our patients, break the cycle of recidivism and better the communities where we live and work.